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2nd and later printings. By Denise Kiernan and Joseph D'Agnese. For every fan who's dreamed of cracking a bullwhip, rescuing lost treasures, and evading giant runaway boulders, this Indiana Jones Handbook offers all the tips and tricks of the adventurer's trade, complete with step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams, and full-color photography from the Indiana Jones films. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.

1st printing. Written by George Beahm. Art by Tim Kirk. Foreword by archeologist Eric H. Cline. Just in time for the release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, pop-culture chronicler George Beahm explores the uncharted territory of Indy's world - exotic ports of call worldwide, lost worlds and legendary cities, real-world film locations for the Indiana Jones films - separating fact from fiction. Complete with an overview of the character and an in-depth look at each of the films, plus a synopsis of each installment of The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, how to dress like Indy, and much more, Off the Beaten Path is the perfect book for the armchair traveler or the more adventurous who want to follow in Indy's footsteps! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 176 pages, Text (with B&W photos and illustrations). Cover price $15.95.

Signed by Sayger and limited to 500 hand-numbered copies. 32 pages, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".

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Add to cart Near Mint $2.65

A guide to the upcoming alternative press titles featured in Diamond Previews

The Independent Comic Guide. A comics review and commentary magazine that is devoted to publishers with less than 50,000 print runs. Take the risk out of buying independents! Featuring an Armando Gil interview & art. Plus: an interview with DC Vertigo editor Karen Berger (see #2 for this interview's continuation). Cover by Armando Gil. Warning: this is NOT a price guide. Cover price $2.50.

The Independent Comic Guide. Featuring the second part of the Karen Berger interview, continued from #1. Cover by Kyle Hotz. B&W. Cover price $2.50.

The Independent Comic Guide. Warning: this is not a price guide. 48 pages of reviews, interviews, and showcase pages of quality independent publisher art. B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Indy Presents The Outlaw Comics. Featuring: Independent Only Price Guide; Poison Elves; Tim Vigil, David Quinn, Rebel. Cover by Tim Vigil. Cover price $2.95.

The Hottest Women of Independents! This newly revamped comic-size magazine is a must for anyone interested in alternative comic books. This month's theme centers on the female sex symbols of independent comics. Most of the features and art center on these women, but the issue also features news, previews, reviews and interviews, as well as self-help columns for artists, writers, publishers and retailers alike. B&W. Cover price $2.95.

The Halloween Horror Special! Indy presents a full-color cover by Tim Vigil, as well as an exclusive interview with the talented co-creator and artist of the controversial Faust. Plus: interviews with Mike Allred, Paul Chadwick & Mike Diana, and The Goblin Strikes Again. B&W. Cover price $2.95.

The Source for Independent Comics Coverage. Mondo Huge Elf Issue! Featuring ElfQuest's Richard & Wendy Pini, Drew "Poison Elves" Hayes, Barry "Elflord" Blair, plus reviews, convention coverage and more. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Cover price $2.95.

The Source for Independent Comics Coverage. Find out all about THB's Paul Pope as indy goes in-depth on this remarkable series. Also, Bernie Mirault talks about The Jam, and Teri Wood gives indy readers the scoop on Wandering Star. As always, indy features all the news and reviews that you'll need to stay on top of the dynamic world of independent comics. Cover by Paul Pope. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Magazine, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

THE Independent Comic Book Mag. Terry Moore talks about his current series, Strangers in Paradise, and why his best work is yet to come. Optic Nerve's hot creator, Adrian Tomine, discusses his new series at Drawn & Quarterly. Plus: CatHead Comics, and French Comics. Cover by Terry Moore. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Cover price $2.95.

THE Independent Comic Book Mag. In an exclusive interview, Jeff Smith discusses how and why he took Bone to Image Comics, and looks at the possible future of self-published comic books. Jeff has also illustrated an original cover for this issue; a satirical jab at the driving force behind the comic book industry. Plus: Sarah "Action Girl" Dyer, "Professional Goofball" Hart Fisher, and Cool Con Photos. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Magazine, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

THE Guide to Independent Comix! Bill Tucci, the creator, writer and artist of Shi, discusses his rise to the top, and what he plans to give his fans in the future. Also: Cavewoman creator Budd Root talks about his comic book creation, the move to Caliber Press, and why dinosaurs and humans just can't get along! Plus, Zander Cannon discusses his critically acclaimed fantasy-adventure series, The Replacement God. Cover by Bill Tucci and Nelson Asencio. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Magazine, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

THE Guide to Alternative Comix! Charles Vess gives indy readers the scoop on his new projects and a look back at his career so far. Plus: Peter Kuper, Batton Lash, Marc Hempel, Mark Wheatley and more. Cover by Charles Vess. Recommended for Mature Audiences. Magazine, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

The guide to alternative comix and film. As always, indy Magazine features all the news, reviews, interviews and articles you'll need to stay on top of the wonderful world of independent comics. Eisner Award winner Evan Dorkin gives you the scoop on his numerous projects from Milk & Cheese to The Mask and Space Ghost: Coast to Coast. Plus, interviews with Bob Fingerman and Rob Walton. Also: Adrian Tomine. Cover by Evan Dorkin. Mature Readers. Magazine, 56 pg, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

The guide to alternative comix and film. This issue: Shannon Wheeler tells readers about his goal to have a Constitutional Amendment passed making coffee the national drink. Plus: a sneak peek at Kevin Smith's new movie, Chasing Amy, as well as an interview with Smith. Also, David Lapham gives readers a behind-the-scenes tour of Stray Bullets! And Harvey Pekar, the autobiographical comic book legend, is engaged in an intense discourse about comics and their place in literature, including his own contributions with American Splendor. Too Much Coffee Man cover by Shannon Wheeler. Mature Readers. Magazine, 56 pg, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

The guide to alternative comics. In this special issue, enigmatic Jim Woodring illustrates the creepy original cover and talks about his life and career as a cartoonist. Other features include: Jason Lutes (Berlin), Jessica Abel (Artbabe), Jon Lewis (Spectacles) and Tom Hart (The Sands). Magazine, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

32 pages, full color.

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Add to cart Fine $2.65

Text by Gene Brenner, Myke Feinman and Jim Ridings. Art by Ben Dunn. Cover by B. Chapman. A guide to 1990s-era small-press comics from Myke Feinman's small-press comic book publisher, Ink and Feathers. Also features the 20-page insert Ninja High School Talks About Comic Book Printing, featuring the characters from Ben Dunns popular comic explaining the likes of Digital Color printing and comics publishing techniques. 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $2.95.

Does NOT Include Bonus DVD - 1st printing. By Jim Pavelic. Readers will learn to create an array of fantastic alien creatures, landscapes, ships, and background elements, while being entertained by the story of a strong female character and learning how illustration and story work hand in hand. Readers will follow Hachi, a 17-year-old girl of Chinese-Japanese descent immediately following WWII, as she discovers herself and her innate powers while traveling to futuristic worlds, encountering new friends and terrible foes that will push her newfound powers to their limits. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $26.99.

Note: Most, if not all, copies feature an original sketch on the cover which will vary. Please check the individual item scan to verify what you're buying. 32 pgs, full color, 8 1/2" x 5 1/2".

Fanzine centered around comic books. Edited by Robert Gluckson and Mark Evanier. 6 3/4" X 8 1/2". 28 pages. B&W.

Articles: "Picxture Stories: Eric Drooker and the Tradition of Woodcut Novels," "The 'Monumental' Lincol as an American Cartoon Convention," and "The Comic Series of Joseph Pulitzer's New York Sunday World." Also book reviews. Jeff Smith cover. 8.5-in. x 10.75-in.; black and white; 48 pages on white paper.

May 1997. Volume 4, Number 2. Cover by Thomas Nast. Articles: "Heartbreak Soup: The Interdependence of Theme and Form" by Charles Hatfield, "An Introduction to the Canadian Newspaper Comic" by Kenneth S. Barker and "Nast, Keppler, and the Mass Market" by Roger A. Fischer. Book Reviews: "Drawn & Quartered: The History of American Political Cartoons" by Stephen Hess and Sandy Northrop, Reviewed by Bruce Wheltle; "100 Years of American Newspaper Comics" by Maurice Horn, reviewed by Robert C. Harvey; "The Age of Caricature: Satirical Prints in the Reign of George III" by Diane Donald, reviewed by Katherine Hart; and "Graphic Storytelling" by Will Eisner, reviewed by Joseph Witek. 8.5-in. x 10.75-in.; black and white; 48 pages on white paper.

Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

December 1990 releases. Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation. Premiering: Piers Anthony's Incarnations of Immortality: On a Pale Horse, and Terry Pratchett's The Colour of Magic. Cover features On a Pale Horse painted art by Mike Okamoto.

Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

March 1991 releases. Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation. Premiering: Anne Rice's The Master of Rampling Gate (a graphic tale of "unspeakable horror"), and Neon City. Cover features The Master of Rampling Gate painting by John Bolton.

Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

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Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation.

Add to cart Fine $2.65

Add to cart Fine $2.65

August 1991 releases. Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation. Premiering: Anne Rice's The Queen of the Damned - the startling sequel to The Vampire Lestat! Cover features The Queen of the Damned painting by Daerick Gross.

September 1991 releases. Previews of upcoming titles and issues from Innovation. Horror Hits for Halloween! Premiering: Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho - the filmic masterpiece of horror. Plus: Nightmares on Elm Street, The Phantom of the Opera, Lost in Space and more. Cover features Psycho painting by Felipe Echevarria.